Oral and maxillofacial surgeons, Drs. Dootson, Clary and Strider manage an extensive range of problems and complications regarding the mouth, teeth and facial regions. Drs. Dootson, Clary and Strider practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from dental implant surgery and wisdom tooth removal.   This also includes techniques designed to rebuild bone structure with minimal surgical intervention and optimal patient comfort.  As the directors of the South Carolina Academy of Advanced Implant Studies we work in unison with many general practitioners and other specialists on complicated implant cases.  As members of the Richland Hospital Facial Trauma Team they also diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries, and fractures.